By Dana Kaye
Congratulations. If you're reading this, it means you've opted out of the Black Friday craziness and didn't rush out of the house at 4am to get great deals on things you probably wouldn't have bought otherwise. Good for you!
But now you're probably thinking, "What am I going to do about holiday gifts?"
In my neighborhood, all the local business do a "Holiday Shopping Night" to encourage people to buy local and support small business owners. For one night, everything at every store is at least 10% off, the bars offer wine and beer to-go, and everyone is able to get their holiday shopping done with a drink in-hand and without the crazy crowds.
This year, I thought, "How can we do this with books?" And with the help of Sheffield's bar, the Newberry Library Bookstore, and 4 fantastic authors, I was able to pull it off.
On December 2nd 6-9pm at Sheffield's in Chicago, we're hosting Books & Beer: Holiday Shopping Night. Bestselling/award-winning authors Marcus Sakey, Laura Caldwell, David Ellis and Gillian Flynn will be on hand to sign books, the bookstore is offering 10% off all purchases, 20% off purchases of 4 or more books, and Sheffield's is offering $6 holiday beer flights. It's the perfect way to shop!
I know what you're thinking, "What do I care? I don't live in Chicago!"
Here's the best part: you can still get PERSONALIZED, signed copies, because the Newberry Library Bookstore is taking orders. You can call 312.255.3520 or e-mail javier@semcoop.com, tell them which books you want and how you'd like them signed, and we'll have them shipped to you in time for the holidays!
(I heard if you get one of Marcus's books, he'll include a lock of his hair)
So place your orders by December 1st and rest at ease knowing that all your holiday shopping has been taken care of!
